Blinkist: Books in 15 minutes
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Where do the world’s smartest people get their ideas? From great books! Blinkist transforms the key insights of 2500+ bestselling nonfiction books into powerful packs you can read or listen to in just 15 minutes.

***Included in the App Store’s Best of 2017 selection***

Over 7 million users treat us as a companion on the most noble and challenging journey we know: fulfilling human potential.

GET THE KEY INSIGHTS OF 2500+ BESTSELLING NONFICTION BOOKS• Sharpen your professional skills with the best business books in your field• Explore your many-sided self with the most impactful self-improvement titles • Discover new perspectives on the world with bestsellers on economics, science, history & culture• Stay on top of the latest trends and ideas in your professional field

SWITCH BETWEEN AUDIO AND TEXT• Listen to audio versions to effortlessly slip learning into your day • Create your own personal audio playlists to customize your learning experience • Learn hands-free at the gym, in the car, or doing chores with Autoplay• Read and listen offline

BENEFIT FROM A HUMAN TOUCH• Focus only on the best nonfiction—our editorial team carefully selects every one of our titles• Enjoy lovingly written summaries of key ideas by field experts with a passion for explaining complex matters in simple, beautiful language

LEARN THE WAY SCIENCE INTENDED• Retain more thanks to a format based on neuroscientific research• Understand quickly and easily thanks to crystal clear language and short, powerful content

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IN THE PRESS

"Blinkist is an intriguing new app that encourages you to read more nonfiction books... It’s a fun and fascinating way to discover new and interesting topics” - The New York Times

Named one of Europe’s Hottest Start-Ups in 2016 by Wired

“There is no such thing as too much knowledge. If you would like to expand your horizons, but don’t have the time to read, Blinkist is a speedy and convenient way of learning” - TheNextWeb

"Blinkist offers a terrific service – great ideas distilled down to their very essence. For those of us who are deeply curious about new ideas on success, happiness, innovation, progress and more, it’s a great start." - Forbes

“The audio feature is an awesome way to dive into a book while folding laundry or cooking a meal.” - BuzzFeed

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HOW IT WORKS:

Getting started is simple. Download the Blinkist app now and sign up for a free 7-day trial. We have monthly and annual plans available.

You can cancel at any time during your 7-day free trial via the iTunes store settings and then you will not be charged. Also, plans automatically renew unless you turn off auto-renew in your iTunes account 24 hours before the end of your current subscription period.

With Blinkist Premium you have: • unlimited access to 2500+ titles • unlimited access to audio versions of all titles• personalized recommendations from the Blinkist editorial team • the ability to read & listen offline • a send-to-Kindle feature• the ability to sync highlights with Evernote

If you’re not ready for unlimited access, you can still read one title selected by us, every day, by choosing the Blinkist Free plan. All details are in our terms of use and privacy policyhttps://www.blinkist.com/privacy.html

Questions? Suggestions? You can speak to a real person at Blinkist. Our trusty customer support team is just an email away --- simply write to support@blinkist.com

What’s New

Version History

4.9.1

Jan 7, 2019

We all hate unnecessary detours. So, there's no reason you should run into any when you use Blinkist. We've just released a fix so that now, when you tap a link in the Blinkist Weekly Newsletter, you'll be taken straight to the app. No more unnecessary journeys around the web!

4.9.0

Dec 17, 2018

Got a minute? A Blinkist minute? Well, now you do! With this update, the Blinkist Minute is now available directly in the Blinkist app. It provides a daily hit of instant knowledge crafted by our editorial team and occasionally by a choice guest author. Check it out now and enjoy the most powerful minute of your day.

4.8.1

Dec 5, 2018

Our developers squashed a few bugs for this newest version and carefully polished the app from the inside out, so now its true colors can shine through! Most changes happened below the surface, but don't worry: we're building new features to share with you, soon!

4.8.0

Nov 5, 2018

Back, back and forth and forth. With our new audio controls, you can now skip forwards and backwards 15 seconds while your phone is locked.

4.7.11

Oct 9, 2018

Our developers squashed a few bugs for this newest version and carefully polished the app from the inside out, so now its true colors can shine through! Most changes happened below the surface, but don't worry: we're building new features to share with you, soon!

4.7.10

Sep 25, 2018

Knock Knock. Who's there? iOS 12.

This update makes sure that the Blinkist app is functioning seamlessly with your shiny new operating system.

4.7.9

Sep 13, 2018

Our developers squashed a few bugs for this newest version and carefully polished the app from the inside out, so now its true colors can shine through! Most changes happened below the surface, but don't worry: we're building new features to share with you, soon!

4.7.8

Aug 31, 2018

At Blinkist, we believe all of our users should have a seamless learning experience. That's why we're proud to announce that, with this release, we have completed the first phase of integrating VoiceOver in our app. This VoiceOver integration means that the Blinkist app will be able to talk through its functionalities so everyone—including people with visual impairments—can easily navigate the app and access the big ideas in our library. The final touches of this integration will come in the next few weeks.

4.7.7

Aug 13, 2018

Do you like to highlight as you read? If yes, then this is the update for you. Our latest release makes highlighting your favorite ideas from a book-in-blinks easier and more seamless than ever before.

4.7.6

Jul 19, 2018

Our developers squashed a few bugs for this newest version and carefully polished the app from the inside out, so now its true colors can shine through! Most changes happened below the surface, but don't worry: we're building new features to share with you, soon!

4.7.5

Jun 26, 2018

Sometimes you just need to keep going. Fix the small things and forego the fanfare of the big announcement. So it is with this update, which comes without fireworks, but should mean fewer crashes. Where do we go from here? A good Blinkist starting point is Breakfast With Socrates, Robert Rowland Smith’s romp through the history of ideas. And why not follow up with Coffee Lunch Coffee by Alana Muller?

4.7.4

Jun 4, 2018

We've always taken matters of privacy and data security seriously, so the new European data protection laws that came in this month haven't required us to make any major changes. But you might notice we've removed your profile photo if you had one and your email address is no longer stored in the app. For an eye-opening insider account of how European policies come into being, we recommend the blinks from Yanis Varoufakis's Adults In The Room.

4.7.3

May 15, 2018

We’ve fixed the (thankfully rare but deeply annoying) bug that would crash your app if you gobbled down several Books in Blinks in a single session. So now you can binge on everything from why All Marketers Are Liars to Zen And The Art Of Motorcycle Maintenance – without interruption.

4.7.2

May 2, 2018

We’ve fixed the bug that was causing some pages to repeat when you swipe to the next blink. Make sure you’re using the latest version of the app to avoid any annoying double-blinks.

4.7.1

Apr 19, 2018

Restore purchases is restored! We fixed a bug that was causing the restore purchases feature to break. If it wasn't working for you, try again after this update.

4.7.0

Apr 5, 2018

This time around we revamped the profile screen, made some improvements to how quickly the app works and added a little surprise to the end of your reading experience. Enjoy and stay tuned for more!

4.6.6

Mar 8, 2018

Our developers squashed a few bugs for this newest version and carefully polished the app from the inside out, so now its true colors can shine through! Most changes happened below the surface, but don't worry: we're building new features to share with you, soon!

4.6.5

Mar 5, 2018

Once again we've focused on squashing as many bugs as possible - fixing issues with library filters, removing an audio player crash, and other improvements here & there. Stay tuned for new things to come soon!

4.6.4

Feb 9, 2018

Once again we've focused on squashing as many bugs as possible - fixing issues with library filters, removing an audio player crash, and other improvements here & there. Stay tuned for new things to come soon!

4.6.3

Feb 8, 2018

Once again we've focused on squashing as many bugs as possible - fixing issues with library filters, removing an audioplayer crash, and other improvements here & there. The problem with duplicate blinks (seeing the same section repeated twice) is also fixed, but you will need to log out and log back in to get rid of any duplicate chapters you're already seeing. Stay tuned for new things to come soon!

4.6.2

Jan 31, 2018

Our developers tried to squash many of the audio issues in the app. It's not perfect yet, but we're working hard to make the audio experience a truly premium one. Give it a shot and let us know if the audio is still...bugging you.

4.6.1

Jan 3, 2018

No more seeing double! We fixed the issue with duplicated chapters appearing for some users. To remove the extra chapters, first install the Blinkist app update, then log out and in again with your account.

4.6.0

Dec 20, 2017

The future is here. We know it, and we performed a galaxy of bug fixes to support it!iOS 11 users had been encountering issues with the app, so we went through and smoothed over the experience until it was as slick as a windshield on The Starship Enterprise. iPhone X users, we took care of you, too—dive back into the blinks and you'll find a much smoother ride.

4.5.6

Dec 4, 2017

"The future is here. We know it, and we performed a galaxy of bug fixes to support it!iOS 11 users had been encountering issues with the app, so we went through and smoothed over the experience until it was as slick as a windshield on The Starship Enterprise. iPhone X users, we took care of you, too—dive back into the blinks and you'll find a much smoother ride."

4.5.5

Nov 16, 2017

Our developers squashed a few bugs for this newest version and carefully polished the app from the inside out, so now its true colors can shine through! Most changes happened below the surface, but don't worry: we're building new features to share with you, soon!

Jan 7, 2019

Version 4.9.1

We all hate unnecessary detours. So, there's no reason you should run into any when you use Blinkist. We've just released a fix so that now, when you tap a link in the Blinkist Weekly Newsletter, you'll be taken straight to the app. No more unnecessary journeys around the web!

Ratings and Reviews

4.7 out of 5

11.6K Ratings

11.6K Ratings

Editors’ Notes

Who has time to read these days? We do! That’s thanks to Blinkist’s brilliant summaries of top nonfiction books. Not only are the articles packed with insight into business, culture, and self-improvement, they’re designed with busy schedules in mind. Seamless switching between text and narration is super-useful on the go, and finding topics couldn’t be simpler.

Editors’ Notes

Who has time to read these days? We do! That’s thanks to Blinkist’s brilliant summaries of top nonfiction books. Not only are the articles packed with insight into business, culture, and self-improvement, they’re designed with busy schedules in mind. Seamless switching between text and narration is super-useful on the go, and finding topics couldn’t be simpler.

jonzdude
,11/15/2018

Absolutely essential!!

I was never one to read, I fact I read to go to sleep because my mind associates reading with a back burner activity. I feel like a totally millennial when I say, I’m too impatient. Just give my what I want with out all the fluff and painfully long, drawn out explanation. I’m truly apologize to those that do enjoy that. As I myself finding blissful delights in my passions, like in art and design. But when it comes to reading, I see the fundamental and overwhelming value of it, but as one that had been brought up in this hyper-informational generation, trying to take an essential sip from a firehose will just make me spit it out and avoid it altogether. That being said, I give this review because just as other tools help those be more productive. This tool gives me a glimpse/opportunity to find a love for a passion I didn’t initially have or desired. I do not go a day with out reading or listening to one of these densely packed, yet elegantly delivered blinks. I hate paying for apps just as much as the next person, but this is one I actually do not mind paying. I feel that I get more than my money’s worth.

Thanks Blinkist!!

jonzdude
,11/15/2018

Absolutely essential!!

I was never one to read, I fact I read to go to sleep because my mind associates reading with a back burner activity. I feel like a totally millennial when I say, I’m too impatient. Just give my what I want with out all the fluff and painfully long, drawn out explanation. I’m truly apologize to those that do enjoy that. As I myself finding blissful delights in my passions, like in art and design. But when it comes to reading, I see the fundamental and overwhelming value of it, but as one that had been brought up in this hyper-informational generation, trying to take an essential sip from a firehose will just make me spit it out and avoid it altogether. That being said, I give this review because just as other tools help those be more productive. This tool gives me a glimpse/opportunity to find a love for a passion I didn’t initially have or desired. I do not go a day with out reading or listening to one of these densely packed, yet elegantly delivered blinks. I hate paying for apps just as much as the next person, but this is one I actually do not mind paying. I feel that I get more than my money’s worth.

Thanks Blinkist!!

small hobbit
,04/06/2018

One slight problem might keep me from staying

Edit: also, the people they have summarizing the books have a problem with keeping their own personal opinions out of the summary, which begs the question as to what else they might be adding or removing to these. I’ve changed my review to 1 star due to this because I’d really rather just read the actual book and know the author’s actual thoughts than be preached to by a second-hand source.

I decided to try this since I’ve been hearing about it everywhere right now. Unfortunately, I don’t have the money for a subscription right now so I’ll have to make due with the one free that’s unlocked daily. The only problem I have is that if you add the daily free blink to your library under a free account there’s no way to delete it the next day because it goes back to being just another premium locked into your library. This makes it really hard to want to stay with this service if you can’t remove things after a lapsed payment since these short form “blinks” could really start to clutter up after awhile. Having a delete option, even if the blink is currently locked due to no being a subscriber, would be a nice improvement. Without it, I’m not actually sure I will continue using this, or even suggest that others use this service.

Developer Response
,04/27/2018

Hi there, Thanks a lot for your feedback. We sincerely appreciate it as it helps us to improve. As such, I will pass your feedback regarding the content to our Content Team and regarding the feature request of deleting the Daily Pick while on Free plan to our Product Team. Should you have any further suggestions or ideas feel free to get in touch with us via support@blinkist.com. Best, Blinkist Team

small hobbit
,04/06/2018

One slight problem might keep me from staying

Edit: also, the people they have summarizing the books have a problem with keeping their own personal opinions out of the summary, which begs the question as to what else they might be adding or removing to these. I’ve changed my review to 1 star due to this because I’d really rather just read the actual book and know the author’s actual thoughts than be preached to by a second-hand source.

I decided to try this since I’ve been hearing about it everywhere right now. Unfortunately, I don’t have the money for a subscription right now so I’ll have to make due with the one free that’s unlocked daily. The only problem I have is that if you add the daily free blink to your library under a free account there’s no way to delete it the next day because it goes back to being just another premium locked into your library. This makes it really hard to want to stay with this service if you can’t remove things after a lapsed payment since these short form “blinks” could really start to clutter up after awhile. Having a delete option, even if the blink is currently locked due to no being a subscriber, would be a nice improvement. Without it, I’m not actually sure I will continue using this, or even suggest that others use this service.

Developer Response
,04/27/2018

Hi there, Thanks a lot for your feedback. We sincerely appreciate it as it helps us to improve. As such, I will pass your feedback regarding the content to our Content Team and regarding the feature request of deleting the Daily Pick while on Free plan to our Product Team. Should you have any further suggestions or ideas feel free to get in touch with us via support@blinkist.com. Best, Blinkist Team

Editors’ Notes

Who has time to read these days? We do! That’s thanks to Blinkist’s brilliant summaries of top nonfiction books. Not only are the articles packed with insight into business, culture, and self-improvement, they’re designed with busy schedules in mind. Seamless switching between text and narration is super-useful on the go, and finding topics couldn’t be simpler.

Editors’ Notes

Who has time to read these days? We do! That’s thanks to Blinkist’s brilliant summaries of top nonfiction books. Not only are the articles packed with insight into business, culture, and self-improvement, they’re designed with busy schedules in mind. Seamless switching between text and narration is super-useful on the go, and finding topics couldn’t be simpler.